No Shared Liquidity for PokerStars PA, at Least For Now
It's been two weeks since Pennsylvania officially joined Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA), and while some sites wasted no time launching shared liquidity in the Keystone State, one major operator is notably absent.
While competitors BetMGM and WSOP have already integrated Pennsylvania into their multi-state poker networks, PokerStars has confirmed it won’t do the same, at least not yet. The company cited "current global operational priorities" as the reason for the delay, though it reaffirmed its commitment to the U.S. market and stated it plans to connect its Pennsylvania platform with the existing Michigan–New Jersey network at a later date.
"Players in Pennsylvania can continue to enjoy the PokerStars experience," the company said in a statement, "Including high-quality multi-table tournaments, cash games, and local promotions designed specifically for PA players."
PokerStars Remains Committed to US Poker Growth
The delay came as a surprise to many, given PokerStars’ historic leadership in expanding regulated online poker across the US.
PokerStars launched in Pennsylvania in 2019, making it the second state, after New Jersey in 2016, where the brand went live. Michigan followed in 2021.
In early 2023, PokerStars successfully merged its Michigan and New Jersey platforms to create the largest US online poker network. Pennsylvania joined MSIGA in April 2025.
"PokerStars is committed to the long-term growth of the game in the US and globally," the company said."We are working on content, partnership, and product enhancements that will deliver excitement and value to our customers as we build toward our entry into PA shared liquidity in the future."
The vague reference to “global operational priorities” has sparked speculation about the real reason behind PokerStars’ hesitation to merge its Pennsylvania player pool.
Whatever the long-term strategy may be, it’s clear that PokerStars players in Pennsylvania will have to wait longer to benefit from shared liquidity, while competing platforms continue to grow their reach and tournament offerings.
